Tauranga

Cheap Car Hire in Tauranga from $57

Tauranga, New Zealand
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Tauranga, New Zealand
Tue 26/3
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Tauranga car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tauranga. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$2.81

Average price per day

$147

Cheapest price per day

$57

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Tauranga?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Tauranga and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

$141

February

$115

March

$121

April

$102

May

$85

June

$83

July

$74

August

$71

September

$60

October

$65

November

$83

December

$112

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tauranga is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is January. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Tauranga

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tauranga and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are, in total, 22 car hire locations in Tauranga that are operated by 12 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $57/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Tauranga hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Passenger van

Passenger van

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Tauranga

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Tauranga to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

$57 - $155

All Car Types

$66 - $197

To hire a small car in Tauranga, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $96/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tauranga, New Zealand (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$155/day). In fact, May is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Tauranga. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tauranga, hiring a small car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tauranga small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Tauranga, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $124/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tauranga, New Zealand (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$184/day). In fact, October is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Tauranga. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tauranga, hiring a medium car saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tauranga medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Tauranga, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $191/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Tauranga, New Zealand (~$101/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$301/day). In fact, May is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Tauranga. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tauranga, hiring a large car is 35% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Tauranga, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $121/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Tauranga, New Zealand (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$186/day). In fact, September is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Tauranga. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tauranga, hiring a SUV saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tauranga SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Tauranga, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $202/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Tauranga, New Zealand (~$153/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$291/day). In fact, September is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Tauranga. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tauranga, hiring a van is 38% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tauranga van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i30$57/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Hyundai Accent Hatch$81/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Mitsubishi Eclipse$100/day
4
2
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Eclipse

Top hire agencies in Tauranga

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tauranga known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tauranga. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Tauranga, including Thrifty, Budget and Dollar in Tauranga. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Tauranga, including Thrifty, Budget and Dollar.

Thrifty

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

1 location

Apex

1 location

Hertz

7.3
Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

8.0

Avis

2 locations

Firefly

2 locations

Moto Car Rental

2 locations

Best Tauranga car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Tauranga. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tauranga with an average daily rate of $98. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Peruse the best Tauranga car hire deals we've found. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Hyundai i30$57/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Hyundai i30$58/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota RAV4$75/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tauranga, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Tauranga?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $147/day when booking a car hire in Tauranga. The absolute best deal a user found was for $69/day from Apex, booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Tauranga?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Tauranga from the following companies over the past two weeks: Apex ($57/day), Hertz ($81/day), and Budget ($108/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Tauranga?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and Hertz (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Tauranga.

  • What are petrol prices like in Tauranga?

    The average price of petrol in Tauranga is $2.81/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $126 and $182 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tauranga for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Tauranga. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,209 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Tauranga for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 56% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 84 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Tauranga.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Tauranga?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Tauranga.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Tauranga for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Tauranga for a month is $5,181. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Tauranga for a weekend?

    It costs $127 for a weekend car hire in Tauranga, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Tauranga in April, prices are $60 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Tauranga?

    The most popular car to hire while in Tauranga is the Toyota Corolla, which is a Compact vehicle.

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Car hires by fuel type in Tauranga

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tauranga. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Tauranga. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tauranga. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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